Small classroom settings are proven to offer children the best overall learning experience
We can assume that you want the best education possible for your child that you can get. Unfortunately, that may not be achievable if your child is put into the average classroom of 15-25 kids or a large classroom (25+ kids). If you're considering switching your child to a small classroom setting, continue reading to learn the benefits.
Just imagine how well your child could be performing when learning in a very small group of just 4-6 students.
Improved academic performance
Students often see an improvement in their grades once they switch to a smaller classroom. The well-known Project STAR study found that students in smaller classrooms of 13-17 students scored 8 percent higher in reading and 9 percent higher in math scores versus classes of 25 or more students. The main reasons for the improvement were stronger relationships with the teacher, detailed feedback on classwork, and personalized instruction.
In a larger classroom setting, students may not get the additional help needed to excel in their academics, leading to a decrease in grades and skills learned.
Stronger connections with classmates
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